$2,958.00 USD
FRANCE GOLD ECU D'OR, KING FRANCOIS I
The Gold Écu d'Or minted during François I's reign symbolizes the prosperity and power of France under his leadership. This coin reflects the economic stability and the flourishing cultural environment of the time. François I was a patron of the arts and played a crucial role in bringing the Renaissance to France, making this coin a representation of that vibrant era.
The obverse of the coin features the crowned arms of France, adorned with three fleurs-de-lis, representing the French monarchy. The inscription reads "FRANCISCVS: DEI: G: FRANCORVM: REX," which translates to "Francis, by God's grace, king of the Franks".
The reverse depicts a plain cross with a quatrefoil heart at its center. The inscription "XPS: VINCIT: XPS: REGNAT: XPS: IMP" translates to "Christ defeats, Christ rules, Christ commands".